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u.s. aviation authorities will require all airline companies in the united states to inspect emergency locater transmitters on their boeing 787 jets. this comes after a fire broke out on a 787 dreamliner at london's heathrow airport. officials at the u.s. federal aviation administration say the inspections are to ensure that wires are properly routed, and that that there is no unusual moisture or heating in the transmitter. british investigators say the device that sends out a distress signal may have been responsible for the fire on the ethiopian airlines jet. the device is installed in the jet's rear fuselage. the investigators have recommended that airline companies can disable the transmitter until proper measures are put in place. u.s. officials say they'll discuss their inspection plan with aviation authorities in japan and other countries where airlines are operating 787s, but the officials stopped short of making the airlines disable the service. >>> the finance ministers and centr
u.s. aviation authorities will require all airline companies in the united states to inspect emergency locater transmitters on their boeing 787 jets. this comes after a fire broke out on a 787 dreamliner at london's heathrow airport. officials at the u.s. federal aviation administration say the inspections are to ensure that wires are properly routed, and that that there is no unusual moisture or heating in the transmitter. british investigators say the device that sends out a distress signal...
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u.s. military personnel in okinawa will soon be relocating. commanders in okinawa are taking the first step to honer an agreement to close facilities and return the land to the japanese. japanese and u.s. officials agreed the americans will start by return ago plot. the land is part of a supply facility. officials with japan's foreign ministry say u.s. military personnel will leave as early as august. u.s. and japanese leaders agreed last month on a timetable for the return of six facilities. >>> visitors to the cannes film festival have seen a clearer future. they've been checking out japan's new ultra high-resolution video system and the pictures it produces. the 8-k video format has 16 times the resolution of current high-def significance tv. multi channel sound makes content even more realistic. staff showed visitors a camera and showed its technology and potential. they screened the first narrative film in the new format. beauties a la carte is set in a french restaurant. people came
u.s. military personnel in okinawa will soon be relocating. commanders in okinawa are taking the first step to honer an agreement to close facilities and return the land to the japanese. japanese and u.s. officials agreed the americans will start by return ago plot. the land is part of a supply facility. officials with japan's foreign ministry say u.s. military personnel will leave as early as august. u.s. and japanese leaders agreed last month on a timetable for the return of six facilities....
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u.s. representatives called for more spending to stimulate growth. industrialized nations are still dealing with a weak recovery. officials from germany stressed the importance of fiscal reconstruction. they support spending cuts and other austerity measures. bank of japan governor explained the boj's policy of putting more money in circulation. he says it's aimed at pulling japan's economy out of deplace and not weakening the yen. >> translator: we are coming to acknowledge that each country does various things for the sake of its own economy. >> g-7 leaders have been watching the yen lose strength against the dollar and are checking to make sure japan is following the rules. >>> u.s. secretary jack lu gave his thoughts. he said he will keep an eye on whether they stick to g-7 and g-20 agreements. >>> german finance minister also weighed in on exchange rates. he said the leaders of all g-20 nations must observe their akweemt not to manipulate rates for competitive advantage. >>> japanese leaders are looking to boost their economy by helping companie
u.s. representatives called for more spending to stimulate growth. industrialized nations are still dealing with a weak recovery. officials from germany stressed the importance of fiscal reconstruction. they support spending cuts and other austerity measures. bank of japan governor explained the boj's policy of putting more money in circulation. he says it's aimed at pulling japan's economy out of deplace and not weakening the yen. >> translator: we are coming to acknowledge that each...
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others are waiting to see if the u.s. can avoid the so-called fiscal cliff before the year-end deadline. >>> and bond traders in tokyo are selling japanese government bonds or jgbs. they expect the new administration will issue more bonds to finance its stimulus measures. this sent jgb yields to a three-month high. the ten-year yield on the jgb topped 0.8% on thursday, the highest level since september 21st. yields rise when bond prices fall. analysts say more investors are shifting their financial assets from bonds to stocks so this will cause interest rates to inch up for a while. >>> u.s. treasury department officials have alerted congressional leaders about the debt ceiling. the government will reach this in about two months and the country could suffer a self-inflicted default. congress currently sets the borrowing limit at $16.4 trillion. the national debt rose because of a series of deficit-covering bonds were issued. the government and the republican party are at odds over the issue. the political stalemate in the
others are waiting to see if the u.s. can avoid the so-called fiscal cliff before the year-end deadline. >>> and bond traders in tokyo are selling japanese government bonds or jgbs. they expect the new administration will issue more bonds to finance its stimulus measures. this sent jgb yields to a three-month high. the ten-year yield on the jgb topped 0.8% on thursday, the highest level since september 21st. yields rise when bond prices fall. analysts say more investors are shifting...
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the u.s. and now the country has washed that japan is also a target. the north has been criticizing japan for reenforcing the sanctions it's imposed against the country. the ruling korean workers newspaper issued a story. the security council resolution imposed additional sanctions on north korea for conducting its third nuclear test. the commentary warns that if the u.s. lights the fuse of a nuclear war japan will not be spared. north korea says it used a smaller, lighter atomic bomb in itd test. the north is believed to have deployed about 200 midrange ballistic missiles with a range that covers most parts of japan. >>> some local governments in japan with nuclear plans in their jurisdiction will likely miss monday's deadline for reviewing their disaster control plans. other municipalities have already finished the process but have yet to draw up concrete evacuation plans. the nuclear regulation authority reviewed their disaster control measures based on new sets of guidelines. they expand f
the u.s. and now the country has washed that japan is also a target. the north has been criticizing japan for reenforcing the sanctions it's imposed against the country. the ruling korean workers newspaper issued a story. the security council resolution imposed additional sanctions on north korea for conducting its third nuclear test. the commentary warns that if the u.s. lights the fuse of a nuclear war japan will not be spared. north korea says it used a smaller, lighter atomic bomb in itd...
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u.s. bases in japan are concentrated. residents are worried about safety after two recent crashes involving osprey, one happened in april and morocco, the other in june in florida. u.s. government spokespersons say the osprey won't operate in japan until the aircraft's safety is assured. a group of demonstrators gathered near the iwakuni base to protest against the osprey development. they want the central government to stop the u.s. military from using aircraft in japan. so why is the u.s. sticking to its plan to deploy the osprey in okinawa? >> it puts the strategy on asia where chinese is building up it's military. the u.s. government plans to spread marines across the region to keep the chinese in check. c c comcompared to the ch 46 helicopter, the aircraft can fly twice as fast and the range is five times longer. prime minister's government is onboard with the osprey deployment. his officials say the aircraft is necessary to detain deterrents there. >> can you tell us about how the ja
u.s. bases in japan are concentrated. residents are worried about safety after two recent crashes involving osprey, one happened in april and morocco, the other in june in florida. u.s. government spokespersons say the osprey won't operate in japan until the aircraft's safety is assured. a group of demonstrators gathered near the iwakuni base to protest against the osprey development. they want the central government to stop the u.s. military from using aircraft in japan. so why is the u.s....
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they wanted him with his connection on a u.s. base in 2009. the attack killed seven americans working for the cia. the u.s. has been offering a five million dollar reward for any information leading to him. the white house, while carefully choosing it's words, is trying to dress that the drown attack may have produced results. >> if those reports are true, it's worth noting that his demise would deprive them of their second in command and chief military strategist. >> anti-terrorism issues were a major issue in the pac substantial journal election earlier this month. during campaigning, he said he will see a dialogue with the dal ban, rather than resorting to force. pac stanny security-- pakistani it will deal a heavy blow. it could increase the likelihood of the militants actually coming to the negotiating table. there is also speculation they may go the other way and take a firmer stance, possibly including return attacks. they're desperate for an end to the militant attacks, and it's an issue closely watched by the u.s. and many other natio
they wanted him with his connection on a u.s. base in 2009. the attack killed seven americans working for the cia. the u.s. has been offering a five million dollar reward for any information leading to him. the white house, while carefully choosing it's words, is trying to dress that the drown attack may have produced results. >> if those reports are true, it's worth noting that his demise would deprive them of their second in command and chief military strategist. >> anti-terrorism...
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japanese opposition leader toru hashimoto apologized for saying u.s. servicemen in japan could turn to the sex industry as a way to prevent crimes. >>> a south korean newspaper has expressed regret for recent commentary that described the atomic bombings of hiroshima and nagasaki as divine punishment. >>> a jab news opposition leader apologized for a comment he made about u.s. troops in japan and the sex trade industry. hash m hashimoto is reacts his comments. >>> the mayor of osaka. he spoke in tokyo and said his intention was to ask u.s. forces to prevent sex offenses. and he argued his strong sense of crisis led to the use of an inappropriate expression. >> translator: my remark could be construed as offensive to the u.s. forces and american people. i retract my comments. >> he also made comments about comfort women. many of the women were forced to work in brothels for japanese soldiers. he said earlier this month that comfort women were necessary in times of war. but he clarified saying japan must express deep remorse for the violation of women's
japanese opposition leader toru hashimoto apologized for saying u.s. servicemen in japan could turn to the sex industry as a way to prevent crimes. >>> a south korean newspaper has expressed regret for recent commentary that described the atomic bombings of hiroshima and nagasaki as divine punishment. >>> a jab news opposition leader apologized for a comment he made about u.s. troops in japan and the sex trade industry. hash m hashimoto is reacts his comments. >>> the...
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he earns 560 u.s. dollars a month. zahari's wife workings as well, pulling in a total household income up to $1,000. that's 60% national average. he always dreamed of buying a home for his family, but rising prices have put a damper on his plans. >> translator: people like me, we have to spend extra carefully. it's not fair. >> reporter: politicians on both sides have promised to increase wages and reduce the income gap. zahari is dissatisfied with the ruling party. he also worried that the opposition does not have the political experience needed to rule. >> translator: whatever the current government lacks, an opposition government could have its own shortcomings. >> reporter: some experts say the preferential treatment is not enough for the economic disparities. >> it is this equal distribution that is the main cause of dissatisfaction. it's not between groups now, sort of challenge or the issue now. the distribution does not seem to be fair or does not filter down to those that need it most. >> reporter: the ruling
he earns 560 u.s. dollars a month. zahari's wife workings as well, pulling in a total household income up to $1,000. that's 60% national average. he always dreamed of buying a home for his family, but rising prices have put a damper on his plans. >> translator: people like me, we have to spend extra carefully. it's not fair. >> reporter: politicians on both sides have promised to increase wages and reduce the income gap. zahari is dissatisfied with the ruling party. he also worried...
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u.s. marine corps futenma air station, among other issues. itsunori onede virginia. is defense minister. he has chaired a special lower house committee on okinawa and other terrors to and head of the ldp's foreign affairs division. economic revival minister is akira amari and i will spearhead a new task force on that issue and also responsible for the council on economic and fiscal policy, which is being restored after it was cut by the previous government. >>> shinzo abe is bringing a wealth of experience with him back to the prime minister's office, not just from his career but also from the lessons taught to him by his family. politic it is run in abe's blood. his grandfather was a prime minister. his father severed as foreign minister. abe launched his political career about 20 years ago. voters elected him to the lower house. his father died while running for prime minister. >> translator: i will fulfill my grandfather's wish. >> reporter: he was deputy secretary when he attended a tr
u.s. marine corps futenma air station, among other issues. itsunori onede virginia. is defense minister. he has chaired a special lower house committee on okinawa and other terrors to and head of the ldp's foreign affairs division. economic revival minister is akira amari and i will spearhead a new task force on that issue and also responsible for the council on economic and fiscal policy, which is being restored after it was cut by the previous government. >>> shinzo abe is bringing a...
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she specializes in u.s. politics in tokyo. thank you. appreciate it. >>> a government panel investigating the accident at fukushima dai-ichi says it will finalize the report in july. it is said the company was ill prepared for an accident. it said it and the government mishandled the crisis. said the panel will conduct hearings with those who were cabinet members at the time of the accident to investigate the government's decision making process and report on measures taken on the nearby plant since the march quake. >>> a land slide in new guinea has left people dead and people missing. the land slide on tuesday morning plowed a trail about a kilometer long and hit two villages. officials say more people are possibly trapped under the earth. many residents were thought to be sleeping at the time of the disaster. some local residents say mining near the sites may have had something to do with the incident. >>> next we go to bangkok to find out what is going on in the region. >> memaur's foreign minister says they are open to reform. >> en
she specializes in u.s. politics in tokyo. thank you. appreciate it. >>> a government panel investigating the accident at fukushima dai-ichi says it will finalize the report in july. it is said the company was ill prepared for an accident. it said it and the government mishandled the crisis. said the panel will conduct hearings with those who were cabinet members at the time of the accident to investigate the government's decision making process and report on measures taken on the...
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syria's u.s. ambassador bashar jaafari says his government has asked the u.s. secretary-general to launch an independent probe. the security council held a closed door session on wednesday. after the meeting, russia's representative expressed support for the syrian government. >> i do hope that the secretary-general is going to act on that invitation expeditiously. >> britain's envoy is backing the opposition. >> but it is the syrian regime which has stockpiles of chemical weapons and materials in syria. >> deputy ambassador parham says a number of council members will ask the secretary-general for a probe that also considers the opposition's claims. u.s. president barack obama wants to know exactly what happened in syria. he calls the use of chemical weapons a game-changer. >> i've instructed my teams to work closely with all other countries in the region and international organizations and institutions to find out precisely whether or not this red line was crossed. >> obama expressed doubt the rebels carried out this kind of attack. he says the international
syria's u.s. ambassador bashar jaafari says his government has asked the u.s. secretary-general to launch an independent probe. the security council held a closed door session on wednesday. after the meeting, russia's representative expressed support for the syrian government. >> i do hope that the secretary-general is going to act on that invitation expeditiously. >> britain's envoy is backing the opposition. >> but it is the syrian regime which has stockpiles of chemical...
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the u.s. online retailer announced on wednesday that the ereaders will hit the japanese market next month and the kindle fire tablets in december. the ereaders will cost 8,480 yen or about $106. amazon will introduce a system that lets users buy ebooks online through the tablets of other makers. amazon's top executive told nhk that the firm aims to gain market share by making its device different from its competitors. >> we don't try to make money when we sell the hardware. we have an ongoing relationship with the customer. when they buy content, ebooks, and games, and apps, and music, and so on, we make money then. >> one of japan's business leaders is urging the japanese and chinese governments once again to improve their ties through calm dialogue and diplomatic efforts. japan business federation chairman said on wednesday that the recent conflict over the senkaku islands in the east china sea made bilateral ties worse and it's starting to have a serious effect on business activities and th
the u.s. online retailer announced on wednesday that the ereaders will hit the japanese market next month and the kindle fire tablets in december. the ereaders will cost 8,480 yen or about $106. amazon will introduce a system that lets users buy ebooks online through the tablets of other makers. amazon's top executive told nhk that the firm aims to gain market share by making its device different from its competitors. >> we don't try to make money when we sell the hardware. we have an...
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u.s. economy remains precarious so abe is determined to turn around the japanese economy. of course from is a political dimension to this. japanese vote again in july in the election for the upper house and abe needs to show he's doing something to speed the recovery. >> there's a lot of money involved. the question is will it work? >> certainly these measures will provide a temporary boost but they will not solve the underlying problems. abe says he'll build his economic policy on three pillars -- increased public spending, monetary easing and doing more to encourage growth. we've seen in the stimulus how abe plans to spend taxpayers' money. on top of that he is urging the bank of japan to set an inflation target of 2% and to get more money flowing through the economy. the lines on the final pillar measures toward growth are less clear. some have insisted sustainable growth will only come by making industries more competitive through deregulation. but, government leaders have yet to artic
u.s. economy remains precarious so abe is determined to turn around the japanese economy. of course from is a political dimension to this. japanese vote again in july in the election for the upper house and abe needs to show he's doing something to speed the recovery. >> there's a lot of money involved. the question is will it work? >> certainly these measures will provide a temporary boost but they will not solve the underlying problems. abe says he'll build his economic policy on...
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the u.s. have filed to meet the year end deadline to avert the so-called fiscal cliff. members of the senate agreed to extend tax cuts for middle income earners and raise taxes on the wealthy but the house of representatives decided not to vote on the bill on new year's eve. the house is expected to resume talks quickly in the new year to avert a serious impact from tax hikes. president barack obama gave a c year's eve. >> now today it appears that an agreement to prevent this new year's tax hike is within sight. but it's not done. there are still issues left to resolve, but we're hopeful that congress can get it done. >> senate republican leader mitch mcconnell said the two parties had reached an agreement on taxes. they are believed to have agreed to extend tax cuts for middle income earners. people earning more than $450,000 per year will see their taxes go up. that's far higher than obama's original proposal. they have yet to agree to suspend spending cuts. the democrat led senate is expec
the u.s. have filed to meet the year end deadline to avert the so-called fiscal cliff. members of the senate agreed to extend tax cuts for middle income earners and raise taxes on the wealthy but the house of representatives decided not to vote on the bill on new year's eve. the house is expected to resume talks quickly in the new year to avert a serious impact from tax hikes. president barack obama gave a c year's eve. >> now today it appears that an agreement to prevent this new year's...
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japanese officials urged the u.s. government to adopt the technology for a high speed link between washington dc and baltimore, maryland. he personally recommended it in february to president barack obama. central japan rareway officials says they will ask the government to use their technology to link washington and new york. >>> a beautiful day in tokyo, but severe whether in the u.s. we turn to robert speta for more. >> we have been watching that weather out here and it's still coming down out here. over through the ohio river valley on saturday. on sunday, tornadoes in the carolinas. good need, gradually improving out here. more showers in and around the peninsula. it will still billion a risk of flooding with that as it does continue to push overhead. where the next line of rough weather is coming up is here in the high plains. this is where you're going to be seeing that next threat of winds possibly topping 100 kilometers per hour. also, it will be a continued threat of tornadoes. some of them rather damaging a
japanese officials urged the u.s. government to adopt the technology for a high speed link between washington dc and baltimore, maryland. he personally recommended it in february to president barack obama. central japan rareway officials says they will ask the government to use their technology to link washington and new york. >>> a beautiful day in tokyo, but severe whether in the u.s. we turn to robert speta for more. >> we have been watching that weather out here and it's...
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u.s. and russia have pulled off this feat. government officials from western nations are concerned about china's space program mainly because the military plays a big role. the people's liberation army still controls the satellite launch center where the latest spacecraft took off. the facility in the gobi desert was originally built to test fire missiles. the military effectively screens astronauts and trains them, and it develops the rocket used to go into space. u.s. defense officials say people's liberation army strategists see the ability to use space and deny rival nations access as central to enabling modern warfare. chinese officials have repeatedly said their manned spacecraft project is for peaceful purposes only. analysts have been mapping out china's space strategy to see how it fits with the country's overall goals, and they've been looking at the timing of this mission. >> translator: space development entails a major military role, and it's important to continue to grow. chi
u.s. and russia have pulled off this feat. government officials from western nations are concerned about china's space program mainly because the military plays a big role. the people's liberation army still controls the satellite launch center where the latest spacecraft took off. the facility in the gobi desert was originally built to test fire missiles. the military effectively screens astronauts and trains them, and it develops the rocket used to go into space. u.s. defense officials say...
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but u.s. officials insist the meat and dairy that comes from their country's cows poses no health risk. experts with the department of agriculture identified the disease during routine testing. they assured consumers and global importers that the cows' meat never made it onto the market. >> we will complete an investigation into this particular case, and -- but there should be no concern as indicated about the safety of our food supply. and so the finding of this case should not affect our international trade. >> u.s. officials say their beef complies with international safety standards. clifford said his department has begun notifying the world organization for animal health as well as u.s. trading partners. >>> the latest discovery of bse in the u.s. is creating rip pps in south korea. nhk world anna jung reports on the reaction. >> reporter: this case has been getting wide coverage in south korea. some leading supermarkets have bowed to public concerns by removing u.s. beef from their shelv
but u.s. officials insist the meat and dairy that comes from their country's cows poses no health risk. experts with the department of agriculture identified the disease during routine testing. they assured consumers and global importers that the cows' meat never made it onto the market. >> we will complete an investigation into this particular case, and -- but there should be no concern as indicated about the safety of our food supply. and so the finding of this case should not affect...
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all u.s. forces in japan face an unprecedented nighttime restriction after two navy sailors are accused of raping a woman in okinawa. welcome to nhk world "newsline." american military personnel in japan will be watching the clock for the foreseeable future. their commanders imposed a temporary curfew following a case of rape in okinawa involving two u.s. servicemen. the order applies to all of the nearly 40,000 american military personnel stationed across the country. nhk world reports. report. >> reporter: the commander of u.s. forces in japan made the announcement in tokyo. >> under u.s. paycom commander authority i am immediately issuing a curfew to all military personnel in japan both temporary and assigned. >> lieutenant general salvatore angelella says the curfew will be in place from 11:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m. it will apply to all u.s. forces in japan, including those who come here for a short time. the decision follows the arrests earlier this week of two u.s. navy sailors. they are accu
all u.s. forces in japan face an unprecedented nighttime restriction after two navy sailors are accused of raping a woman in okinawa. welcome to nhk world "newsline." american military personnel in japan will be watching the clock for the foreseeable future. their commanders imposed a temporary curfew following a case of rape in okinawa involving two u.s. servicemen. the order applies to all of the nearly 40,000 american military personnel stationed across the country. nhk world...
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then u.s. president franklin delano roosevelt sent a telegram calling for last-ditch efforts to avoid war. the message arrived in tokyo around noon on december 7th japan time, but it was not delivered to u.s. ambassador to japan joseph drew until about ten and a half hours later. the ambassador asked the foreign minister to allow him to see the emperor to hand over the telegram. the requested meeting did not take place and the attack began around 3:30 a.m. december 8th japan time. the newly disclosed document shows that after japan's surrender, allied forces investigated the delay. they interrogated japanese foreign ministry officials who were in charge of telegrams. the investigators insisted the war could have been avoided if the telegram had been handed to the emperor. they allege that he must have read it. a professor emeritus says the japanese imperial army must have deliberately delayed the letter's delivery. >> translator: i think the military, especially the army, was afraid that if the
then u.s. president franklin delano roosevelt sent a telegram calling for last-ditch efforts to avoid war. the message arrived in tokyo around noon on december 7th japan time, but it was not delivered to u.s. ambassador to japan joseph drew until about ten and a half hours later. the ambassador asked the foreign minister to allow him to see the emperor to hand over the telegram. the requested meeting did not take place and the attack began around 3:30 a.m. december 8th japan time. the newly...
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. >>> leaders in japan and the u.s. might be feeling their economic policies are finally beginning to pay off. the japanese yen reached 101 to the dollar in trading in tokyo. it's the first time the yen has hit that level in more than four years. traders are buying the dollar on expectations of a stronger u.s. economic recovery and aggressive monetary easing from the bank of japan. those in new york saw the yen break the psychological threshold of 100 yen to the dollar and the currency weaken further in tokyo. investors on the tokyo stock exchange took heart placing buy orders across the board. the key nikkei index shot up more than 400 points to surpass the 14,600 mark. the highest this year. market sources say the yen's rapid fall has exceeded their expectations. that's fueling hope among exporters who benefit from a weaker yen. forex dealers are expecting the yen to remain under selling pressure. dollar/yen now changing hands at 101.54-57. sources say market participants are buying the dollar on signs of an improving
. >>> leaders in japan and the u.s. might be feeling their economic policies are finally beginning to pay off. the japanese yen reached 101 to the dollar in trading in tokyo. it's the first time the yen has hit that level in more than four years. traders are buying the dollar on expectations of a stronger u.s. economic recovery and aggressive monetary easing from the bank of japan. those in new york saw the yen break the psychological threshold of 100 yen to the dollar and the currency...
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in talks with the u.s. last month, north korea refused to take concrete steps toward denuclearization. this time, though, the u.s. seems to be taking advantage of the north's cooperative stance on humanitarian issues with the hope of also winning a flexible response on the north's nuclear program. >>> residents of fukushima prefecture who voluntarily evacuated due to the crisis at the fukushima daiichi nuclear plant have demanded compensation from the plant's operator. people from 411 households visited the headquarters of the tokyo electric power company on friday to present their claims for $15 million in damages. >> translator: we feel it is necessary to evacuate from fukushima and it will be costly. >> the claimants include residents who live outside the mandatory evacuation zone but have chosen to evacuate as well as current residents who are considering evacuating in the near future. last friday a government panel released interim guidelines stating that residents who voluntarily evacuated from areas
in talks with the u.s. last month, north korea refused to take concrete steps toward denuclearization. this time, though, the u.s. seems to be taking advantage of the north's cooperative stance on humanitarian issues with the hope of also winning a flexible response on the north's nuclear program. >>> residents of fukushima prefecture who voluntarily evacuated due to the crisis at the fukushima daiichi nuclear plant have demanded compensation from the plant's operator. people from 411...
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u.s. aimed at ending the war in afghanistan. welcome to nhk world "newsline." on the front lines, u.s.-led forces are at war with the taliban. it's been like that for more than a decade. american leaders are still focused on winning, even as they're prepared to pull their combat troops out by the end of 2014. both sides have publicly refused to hold peace talks. but behind the scenes, they started negotiating in 2010. nhk world's hideki yui has been following this story, and he's the first to get interviews with members of the taliban's negotiating team. here's his exclusive story. >> reporter: u.s. and taliban negotiators have met at least five times over the past two years. most of the meetings took place in the doha. thank you very much. appreciate it. the taliban has a five-man negotiating team there. i was able to interview two of them. one of the negotiators was sayyed rasul, a religious leader who is said to have the trust of the taliban spiritual leader. >> translator: peace and re
u.s. aimed at ending the war in afghanistan. welcome to nhk world "newsline." on the front lines, u.s.-led forces are at war with the taliban. it's been like that for more than a decade. american leaders are still focused on winning, even as they're prepared to pull their combat troops out by the end of 2014. both sides have publicly refused to hold peace talks. but behind the scenes, they started negotiating in 2010. nhk world's hideki yui has been following this story, and he's the...
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some analysts think the election result could trigger increased tension between china and the u.s. which is keeping a close watch on the communist country's military buildup. voters in taiwan will begin casting their ballots on saturday. >>> now to the political story that's playing out here in japan. prime minister nodda is trying to get his team in top shape. he's reshuffled his cabinet. he terminated two ministers who had fallen oout of favor. the emperor appointed five new ministers friday at a ceremony at the imperial palace. it's the first time noda has reshuffled his cabinet. later in the day the prime minister said the shakeup is expected to care are you out reforms. noda wants to overhaul japan's social security and tax systems. he called the upcoming session crucial for this country. lawmakers will discuss a proposed increase in the con sumpg tax. noda says the state needs sta sources to maintain social security. he added his government should not shy away from decisions that might seem unfavorable to voters. instead it should push on while appealing for understanding. th
some analysts think the election result could trigger increased tension between china and the u.s. which is keeping a close watch on the communist country's military buildup. voters in taiwan will begin casting their ballots on saturday. >>> now to the political story that's playing out here in japan. prime minister nodda is trying to get his team in top shape. he's reshuffled his cabinet. he terminated two ministers who had fallen oout of favor. the emperor appointed five new...
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. >>> u.s. ambassador to japan john roos says he takes the matter very seriously and promised to cooperate with japanese authorities. . >>> u.s. secretary of state hillary clinton says she takes responsibility for the attack on the u.s. consulate in libya last month. the ambassador and three other americans died. clinton made the remark in an interview with cnn. she stressed that president obama and vice president joe biden weren't involved in security decisions related to the consulate. the administration is facing criticism over precaution preca. the state department did not respond to requests for extra security at the consulate in the months before the attack. during thursday's vice presidential debate, biden said they weren't told they wanted more security there. clinton says normally the president and vice president would not be briefed on such matters. the attack and the obama administration's response have become a major issue in the upcoming presidential election. >>> the government of
. >>> u.s. ambassador to japan john roos says he takes the matter very seriously and promised to cooperate with japanese authorities. . >>> u.s. secretary of state hillary clinton says she takes responsibility for the attack on the u.s. consulate in libya last month. the ambassador and three other americans died. clinton made the remark in an interview with cnn. she stressed that president obama and vice president joe biden weren't involved in security decisions related to the...
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we have this report. >> reporter: prime minister abe argues the japan/u.s. alliance became unstable during the former administration. he met with president obama to try to smooth things over. then he got japan to join talks for the transpacific partnership, despite opposition at home. >> japan must work more closely with the u.s. >> reporter: abe sat down with russian president vladimir putin and convinced him to join in negotiations. and he actively promoted japanese industry abroad. including nuclear power technology. >> i think having this diplomacy has been a very active one, a very dynamic one. and he's been able to visit so many countries in such a short, short time, which is rather amazing when you think about previous experiences of many cabinets. >> reporter: some media describe abe as a hawkish leader. his approach to territorial disputes has had an impact on the negotiations. chinese leaders dispute japan's control over the senkaku islands in the east china sea. abe has stress ed there's no rom to back town. xi jinping has taken a similar stance.
we have this report. >> reporter: prime minister abe argues the japan/u.s. alliance became unstable during the former administration. he met with president obama to try to smooth things over. then he got japan to join talks for the transpacific partnership, despite opposition at home. >> japan must work more closely with the u.s. >> reporter: abe sat down with russian president vladimir putin and convinced him to join in negotiations. and he actively promoted japanese industry...
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u.s. ambassador to the u.n. susan rice says she's not sure a consensus could be reached but that talks will continue thursday. president asad has kept a lock on power despite nearly a year of anti-government protests. but a syrian opposition figure tells nhk that grip might be slipping. he says his group is in contact with government insiders who have turned against asad. the syrian national council spoke to nhk from london. he insists the ruling administration is losing support, he added the government is being propped up by people who have benefitted from 40 years of asad family rule. >> we can talk with some officials inside the regime in order to sort out the ere a after. >> he criticized russia for standing in the way of a security council resolution. japan will soon begin test drilling for me teen hydrate off the pacific coast. this will be the first offshore attempt to extract the substance. it's formed deem underground. when methane gas is trapped in water chris centrals, the ice like material can be ext
u.s. ambassador to the u.n. susan rice says she's not sure a consensus could be reached but that talks will continue thursday. president asad has kept a lock on power despite nearly a year of anti-government protests. but a syrian opposition figure tells nhk that grip might be slipping. he says his group is in contact with government insiders who have turned against asad. the syrian national council spoke to nhk from london. he insists the ruling administration is losing support, he added the...
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>> this is not an exercise. >>> former u.s. defense secretary donald rumsfeld says he bush administration's war on terror has kept the u.s. safe for the past decade. rumsfeld spoke at an organization ahead of the tenth anniversary of the september 11 attacks. >> i surprised. i would not have hoped or dreamt that we might have lasted a decade without a major successful attack in america. >> rumsfeld said the united states has managed to avert another major terror attack on its soil thanks to key programs of the bush administration's war on terror. he said president obama initially opposed the guantanamo bay prison camp but continued them because he realized they're the best options for keeping america safe. rumsfeld was applauded by the mostly conservative audience. but police threw out several people protesting the treatment of detainees. rumsfeld was pivotal to taking u.s. to war in afghanistan and iraq. he resigned in 2006 and due partly to revelations to abuse of terror suspects. >>> interpol has issued the arrest for muamma
>> this is not an exercise. >>> former u.s. defense secretary donald rumsfeld says he bush administration's war on terror has kept the u.s. safe for the past decade. rumsfeld spoke at an organization ahead of the tenth anniversary of the september 11 attacks. >> i surprised. i would not have hoped or dreamt that we might have lasted a decade without a major successful attack in america. >> rumsfeld said the united states has managed to avert another major terror...
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a u.s. nuclear export, miles pomper, questioned japan's effort to have using nuclear cycling, even after the fukushima accident. >> moving forward with an additional generation of plutonium for these reactors is just not very sensible. >> popper said the risk of a terrorist attack could go up if japan has a large amount of unnecessary plutonium. other participants said japan and the u.s. must maintain their high-level nuclear technology because many developing countries want nuclear power. >>> criminals in japan have raked in a record amount of money using fraud. police say con artists stole about $400 million last year from victims, due in part to more sophisticated technique. these scammers have, in the past, pretended to be family members of their targets. they phone to ask for money and convince their victims to make bank transfers. but in more than half the cases last year, con artists visited their victims at home. they posed as representatives of relatives, and in some cases, walked a
a u.s. nuclear export, miles pomper, questioned japan's effort to have using nuclear cycling, even after the fukushima accident. >> moving forward with an additional generation of plutonium for these reactors is just not very sensible. >> popper said the risk of a terrorist attack could go up if japan has a large amount of unnecessary plutonium. other participants said japan and the u.s. must maintain their high-level nuclear technology because many developing countries want nuclear...
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the u.s. says. it worsens our relations with japan. >> translator: i had never seen japanese marital arts, but they are similar to marital arts in iran. we seem to have many things in common. >> reporter: photographs of areas in northeastern japan that were devastated in last march's disaster are also on the display. visitors are paying a lot of attention to the exhibition, as iran is also a quake-prone country. the two countries have enjoyed economic and cultural relations for decades. but japan is in a difficult position now that the united states and the european countries have stepped up their economic sanctions against iran. some japanese firms operating in iran have already withdrawn from the country. nhk world, tehran. >> human rights activists have reported more violence in the chinese province, security forces shot two ethnic tibetans. those forces killed two other protesters earlier in the week. members of the tibetan government in exile say the protesters rallied against a chinese g
the u.s. says. it worsens our relations with japan. >> translator: i had never seen japanese marital arts, but they are similar to marital arts in iran. we seem to have many things in common. >> reporter: photographs of areas in northeastern japan that were devastated in last march's disaster are also on the display. visitors are paying a lot of attention to the exhibition, as iran is also a quake-prone country. the two countries have enjoyed economic and cultural relations for...
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u.s. house of representatives have passed legislation to resolve the fiscal cliff. economists had warned about the simultaneous arrival of tax increases and spending cuts. in the end, republicans listened to those warnings and approved a bill to raise taxes on wealthy americans. >> on this vote the yeas are 257, the nays are 167. the motion is adopted. without objection, a motion to reconsider is laid on the table. >> the senate approved the bill then passed it to the republican-dominated lower house. the legislation maintains tax cuts for the middle class and it raises taxes with people of annual incomes of $400,000 or more. and couples with incomes of $450,000 or more. the bill also postpones by two months major spending cuts that were scheduled to take effect during the day. some house republicans wanted to rework the bill. they complained it did not contain enough cuts, especially on social security. economists have warned for months that if lawmakers did not reach a deal, the economy
u.s. house of representatives have passed legislation to resolve the fiscal cliff. economists had warned about the simultaneous arrival of tax increases and spending cuts. in the end, republicans listened to those warnings and approved a bill to raise taxes on wealthy americans. >> on this vote the yeas are 257, the nays are 167. the motion is adopted. without objection, a motion to reconsider is laid on the table. >> the senate approved the bill then passed it to the...
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u.s. marines are preparing to hold their first joint landing exercise. nhk world has the story. >> reporter: 40 self-defense personnel boarded two navy vessels in okinawa. the navy will use its amphibious assault ship and landing ship. vehicles and containers were loaded onto the decks. a hover craft was loaded on the deck of the assault ship. members of japan's self-defense forces have been training with marines based in california but this is the first time they'll take part in landing drills with those based in okinawa. u.s. military and personnel are scheduled to depart in a few days for tinian and guam province. the drill will employ marine vessels and helicopters. the exercise is viewed as a demonstration of bilateral corporation at a time when china is increasing its military presence in the asia pacific region. japan and the united states want to stage the first joint landing drill so that japan can learn from the u.s. how to beef up the defense of the southwestern islands. for its
u.s. marines are preparing to hold their first joint landing exercise. nhk world has the story. >> reporter: 40 self-defense personnel boarded two navy vessels in okinawa. the navy will use its amphibious assault ship and landing ship. vehicles and containers were loaded onto the decks. a hover craft was loaded on the deck of the assault ship. members of japan's self-defense forces have been training with marines based in california but this is the first time they'll take part in landing...
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the taiwanese delegates told the u.s. they do want to join talks on the trans-pacific partnership as soon as possible. taiwan president said that he aims to enter the u.s.-led framework by 2020. his joining the talks would ease concerns about taiwan's economy which is increasingly dependent on trade with mainland china. >>> leading japanese trading houses are rushing now to join the u.s. shale gas bonanza. the new source of energy is creating business opportunities and gas producers are not the only ones that are making money from this. the company plans to fish for profits downstream with petrochemical production. it's building a new storage site in houston, texas. it will use shale gas to make ethylene and methanol. the company plans to complete the facility in just about two years. the output will be supplied to local plastics makers. meanwhile, shojit has invested in a mine. demand for the mineral is rising sharply. barite is used to extract shale from underground formation. other companies are buying ships, eyeing op
the taiwanese delegates told the u.s. they do want to join talks on the trans-pacific partnership as soon as possible. taiwan president said that he aims to enter the u.s.-led framework by 2020. his joining the talks would ease concerns about taiwan's economy which is increasingly dependent on trade with mainland china. >>> leading japanese trading houses are rushing now to join the u.s. shale gas bonanza. the new source of energy is creating business opportunities and gas producers...
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in the 1980s, the u.s. was denouncing japan saying the bigger exports were wrecking the u.s. car industry. but these days the u.s. has high confidence in japanese auto manufacturers. on this day a japanese maker received an award from the local government for committing to train u.s. workers in production. >> they've only just started and they're making a wonderful contribution to our community. >> reporter: what lies behind the growth in confidence is japan's companies mek tick lus effort to meet the needs. this factory produces assembly lines for car and track tors. years ago it received few orders due to anti-japanese sentiment. despite the circumstances, the company tried to accommodate the needs of u.s. businesses by make ing proposals. for example, at the streamlined assembly processes and made for more space. now the companies are supplying door lines to all lines of general motors. >> translator: they provide a thundershower o'education to its u.s. employees. this factory has a special section to instruct workers based on the belief that people should be trained fast
in the 1980s, the u.s. was denouncing japan saying the bigger exports were wrecking the u.s. car industry. but these days the u.s. has high confidence in japanese auto manufacturers. on this day a japanese maker received an award from the local government for committing to train u.s. workers in production. >> they've only just started and they're making a wonderful contribution to our community. >> reporter: what lies behind the growth in confidence is japan's companies mek tick lus...
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they said japan is following the hostile policy of the u.s. toward north korea. u.s. military outposts in japan are included in a list of possible targets for missile attack. japan could pay a high price if they keep adhering to american policy on the north. north korea earlier named three bases as potential targets. officials say the the north has recently moved a mid-range ballistic missile unit to the east coast. >> they have made a lot of comments that have be rattling nerves. a professor at the national defense academy of japan and a retired lieutenant general. he notes that they have had to further focus on the asia pacific region. >> we were very busy on issues. and north korea -- washington dc, and now the last two years. i think the americans are very serious about the provocation of north korea but in the meantime it may not be a good idea to react today. that may give credit to the provocation. so mixed kind of feelings for the americans. >> perhaps i'm sure that the americans may have a belief that any bad behavior should not be rewarded. north korea may w
they said japan is following the hostile policy of the u.s. toward north korea. u.s. military outposts in japan are included in a list of possible targets for missile attack. japan could pay a high price if they keep adhering to american policy on the north. north korea earlier named three bases as potential targets. officials say the the north has recently moved a mid-range ballistic missile unit to the east coast. >> they have made a lot of comments that have be rattling nerves. a...
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the u.s. for decades but now he will govern parts of syria controlled by rebel forces. members of the syrian national coalition met in istanbul, turkey. they voted to elect hitto who moved to turkey last year to help coordinate the opposition. the coalition plans to launch an interim government for northern syria which is under rebel control. 70,000 syrians have died in two years of fighting between rebels and president bashar al assad's forces. analysts say some in the coalition see hitto as an outsider. they also doubt rebel groups which are not part of the coalition will accept an interim government. >>> u.s. military leaders are showing off some high-tech hardware they could use against north korea. pilots taking part in a joint exercise with south korea are flying missions using b-52 bombers. the aircraft are capable of launching nuclear missiles and can simultaneously strike multiple targets. the u.s. military has b-52s at its bases in south korea. defense department spokesman george lit
the u.s. for decades but now he will govern parts of syria controlled by rebel forces. members of the syrian national coalition met in istanbul, turkey. they voted to elect hitto who moved to turkey last year to help coordinate the opposition. the coalition plans to launch an interim government for northern syria which is under rebel control. 70,000 syrians have died in two years of fighting between rebels and president bashar al assad's forces. analysts say some in the coalition see hitto as...
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the u.s. will provide 240 tons of nutritional aid to the north. south korean diplomatic sources say the foreign minister will have talks with u.s. secretary of state hillary clinton on friday, next week. they are expected to discuss their country's response, following the agreement. the u.s. and north differed on several points of the agreement when they announced the details. the north did not say it will allow the plutonium facilities to be inspected by the iaea. the u.s. state department spokesperson victoria new land said there's no difference in the two countries. >> they know the dprk agreed the iaea would be allowed in to look at the reactor and faefltd. that's something we are expecting also to be on the list when the iaea goes to north korea. >> nuland said a senior official will attend an international conference in new york next week. analysts say attention is focused on whether the u.s. and north will hold talks during the official's visit. on this week's "nuclear watch," a bird's
the u.s. will provide 240 tons of nutritional aid to the north. south korean diplomatic sources say the foreign minister will have talks with u.s. secretary of state hillary clinton on friday, next week. they are expected to discuss their country's response, following the agreement. the u.s. and north differed on several points of the agreement when they announced the details. the north did not say it will allow the plutonium facilities to be inspected by the iaea. the u.s. state department...
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m hammed also spoke to nhk about the u.s. plan to release traps after ending its combat mission in 2014. he argues all foreign troops must leave the country. he says the tag ban views the soldiers as a negative impact on prospects for peace. >>> a beautiful day in tokyo. robert has the forecast here and elsewhere. robert? >> yes, gene. across most of southern and west enjapan, we have been watching the rainy season front here and unfortunately a new low pressure area is starting to develop and could bring about 180 millimeters of rain fall there over the next 24 hours. then going into thursday, actually off here towards the kyoto region including tokyo, you could also see rain as this low starts it work its way towards the east. but not only is japan being effected. up to about 238 millimeters of rain was recorded in the past 24 hours. any more rain fall on this already saturated ground here. we have been seeing reports of floods across the area. it is just going to continue to worsen the situation. but with this rainy season
m hammed also spoke to nhk about the u.s. plan to release traps after ending its combat mission in 2014. he argues all foreign troops must leave the country. he says the tag ban views the soldiers as a negative impact on prospects for peace. >>> a beautiful day in tokyo. robert has the forecast here and elsewhere. robert? >> yes, gene. across most of southern and west enjapan, we have been watching the rainy season front here and unfortunately a new low pressure area is starting...
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they brought down a u.s. flag and burned it. >> egypt has lost them and it has not solved any problems. >> part of the film in question has been uploaded to the internet. >>> firefighters in pakistani's biggest city of karachi continue looking for victims after a fire that swept through a clothing building. the four-story structure went up in flames on tuesday afternoon with more than 400 workers inside. 289 people have been confirmed dead. doors to the building were apparently locked. the windows were barred. a police official says no safety measures were in place. >> the design of the building, there was no safety exits and all the people that got out, there was probably only one way out, which they had to reach to out outside the building. that's why they tried to jump out the windows but the windows were also blocked. >>> another fire on tuesday broke out aton tuesday. both blazes are believed due to electrical wiring. >>> his supporters call him a visionary, to his critics he is a man of style over subst
they brought down a u.s. flag and burned it. >> egypt has lost them and it has not solved any problems. >> part of the film in question has been uploaded to the internet. >>> firefighters in pakistani's biggest city of karachi continue looking for victims after a fire that swept through a clothing building. the four-story structure went up in flames on tuesday afternoon with more than 400 workers inside. 289 people have been confirmed dead. doors to the building were...
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the bill also reaffirms the u.s. commitment to japan under article five of the bilateral security treaty. that part of the treaty says the american military will defend japan in the event of an attack. the senate stance is identical to thest u.s. government's official position on the senkaku islands. analysts say the bill could send a strong message to the government on this issue. >>> as we mentioned earlier the typhoon that hit the philippines is taking a toll. rachel ferguson is here with the details. >> hi. yes. bopha is now located to the west of the philippines, having moved across the islands. it's still a typhoon, so still a very potent system. winds are sustained at 126 with gusts at 180. so it hasn't changed much recently. it's heading up to the south china sea where it's likely to linger for the next couple of days. its very difficult to see what this storm is going to do, but we will keep a close eye on it. it's still a very powerful system. across the north you're seeing heavy rain continue here. this is
the bill also reaffirms the u.s. commitment to japan under article five of the bilateral security treaty. that part of the treaty says the american military will defend japan in the event of an attack. the senate stance is identical to thest u.s. government's official position on the senkaku islands. analysts say the bill could send a strong message to the government on this issue. >>> as we mentioned earlier the typhoon that hit the philippines is taking a toll. rachel ferguson is...
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now the u.s. treasury department has announced sanctions of its own to stop funds from flowing to the north's missile and nuclear programs. >> north korea will have to change course. otherwise the united states will continue to work with its allies and partners to tighten national/international sanctions. >> the sanctions will block the foreign trade bank of north korea from engaging in transactions with u.s. financial institutions. members of president barack obama's administration also placed restrictions on four senior officials of the korean workers party. they're expected to ask their allies in japan, south korea, and other countries to take similar measures. some members of congress are urging the president to review his north korea policy. obama is expected to ask officials in beijing to use their influence in dealing with pyongyang. >>> japanese researchers have claimed the world's first in the field of alternative energy. they've successfully extracted natural gas from methane hydrate tha
now the u.s. treasury department has announced sanctions of its own to stop funds from flowing to the north's missile and nuclear programs. >> north korea will have to change course. otherwise the united states will continue to work with its allies and partners to tighten national/international sanctions. >> the sanctions will block the foreign trade bank of north korea from engaging in transactions with u.s. financial institutions. members of president barack obama's administration...
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u.s. experts examined the situation. they detected high levels of radioactive -- in those who had returned to the island. but now that the study was made public at the time. many rongelap islands lived 650 kilometers away from their island. the japanese team -- was exported to the red asian when she was a girl. she suffers from house programs and takes eight different drugs every day. 18 years ago, she underwent surgery to remove a cancerous thyroid. >> translator: i'm not convinced that the island is really safe. it's not yet time to return. >> the islanders met with their japanese visitors. they asked how the islands are being monitored after the nuclear accident in fukushima. it was suggested the islanders take those symeters with them. >> i am grateful for this useful information. we should continue to tackle the problems by working together. >> amid so much uncertainty and fear, the islanders have yet to see a clear end to their struggle to regain their long homes nearly six decades after the u.s. nuclear tests. nhk
u.s. experts examined the situation. they detected high levels of radioactive -- in those who had returned to the island. but now that the study was made public at the time. many rongelap islands lived 650 kilometers away from their island. the japanese team -- was exported to the red asian when she was a girl. she suffers from house programs and takes eight different drugs every day. 18 years ago, she underwent surgery to remove a cancerous thyroid. >> translator: i'm not convinced that...
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they are working with u.s. forces to monitor the movements of the north korean military. >> a trailer truck loaded with fireworks has exploded on an expressway on the inland chinese province of hernan. there are conflicting reports about the number of dead but the figure could reach into the dozens. the truck was delivering fireworks for chinese new year celebrations when it blew up on a bridge. a section of the bridge collapsed and the truck and several other vehicled plunged 30 meters into a gully. china central television quotes a local official saying nine people were killed and at least 11 injured. it says a search and rescue operation is under way but is being hampered by poor visibility caused by fog. poli are investigating the cause of the explosion. >>> taiwan's premier is stepping down in the face of growing public frustration with the nomination of jo. chen announced he is announcing due to health problems and he assumed the post after ma ying-jeou was elected. he was expected to use of his economic
they are working with u.s. forces to monitor the movements of the north korean military. >> a trailer truck loaded with fireworks has exploded on an expressway on the inland chinese province of hernan. there are conflicting reports about the number of dead but the figure could reach into the dozens. the truck was delivering fireworks for chinese new year celebrations when it blew up on a bridge. a section of the bridge collapsed and the truck and several other vehicled plunged 30 meters...
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considering joining talks for the transpacific partnership, a huge free trade zone that would include u.s., japan and other economies. >>> nhk world "newsline," i'm an egyptian sumo wrestler. >> moving his way up and has his eyes on the top. >>> dozens of african leaders are in japan to hash out ideas for tackling some of the challenges they face. they're here for ticad, the tokyo international conference on african development. these prime ministers and presidents have access to a wealth of natural resources. but many have found sustainable growth elusive. delegates from about 50 nations will attend the summit in yokohama. which runs saturday through monday. many of them will meet one on one with prime minister shinzo abe during their visit. abe set aside time to talk with ten leaders on friday. he sat down with ethiopian prime minister hailemariam desalaegn. ethiopia currently chairs the african union. abe explained his policy of expanding investment in africa to contribute to growth. he also offered to share energy-saving technology as part of its efforts to tackle global warming. prim
considering joining talks for the transpacific partnership, a huge free trade zone that would include u.s., japan and other economies. >>> nhk world "newsline," i'm an egyptian sumo wrestler. >> moving his way up and has his eyes on the top. >>> dozens of african leaders are in japan to hash out ideas for tackling some of the challenges they face. they're here for ticad, the tokyo international conference on african development. these prime ministers and...
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. >> a u.s. drone strike in pakistan reportedly killed 16 suspected militants but caused outrage in islamabad. patchari raksawong is following the story. the drone attack looks to further strain u.s. relations. this was the second since the prime minister took office in may, promising to oppose the u.s. military strategy. ap says four missiles hit a house in north waziristan and 16 suspected militants were killed. that would make it the deadliest drone attack this year. the targets were thought to belong to the afghan network, supposedly loyal to the taliban. the attack drew a quick and angry response from the pakistani government which called it a violation of sovereignty. pakistani prime minister won the election in may in part because of his opposition to u.s. drone activity. even so the obama administration has refused to change its policy and says that drone strikes are illegal under domestic and international law. >>> a deadly strain of bird flu claimed another victim in cam bode ya. nine p
. >> a u.s. drone strike in pakistan reportedly killed 16 suspected militants but caused outrage in islamabad. patchari raksawong is following the story. the drone attack looks to further strain u.s. relations. this was the second since the prime minister took office in may, promising to oppose the u.s. military strategy. ap says four missiles hit a house in north waziristan and 16 suspected militants were killed. that would make it the deadliest drone attack this year. the targets were...
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u.s. soldiers, but last year it found that some of the remains were south korean servicemen. south korean experts joined the investigation. a dna test revealed the identities of two of the men. one of them was private lee gapsu. lee served with the american army in the northeast of the peninsula. he died six months after the war began. he was 34 years old. this is his daughter. she had waited all her life for her father's return. after receiving the remains, she buried them alongside those of her mother. >> translator: iels like a miracle that his remains have returned home. i am so grateful. it is finally over. >> reporter: the south korean government hopes to close more cases. the bone excavation team is examining the remains of ten other bodies. they are trying to identify them with dna samples collected from families of the missing soldiers. >> translator: it's the responsibility of everyone in our nation to get these remains back to their families. we will not give up until the last b
u.s. soldiers, but last year it found that some of the remains were south korean servicemen. south korean experts joined the investigation. a dna test revealed the identities of two of the men. one of them was private lee gapsu. lee served with the american army in the northeast of the peninsula. he died six months after the war began. he was 34 years old. this is his daughter. she had waited all her life for her father's return. after receiving the remains, she buried them alongside those of...
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the u.s. to enhance its influence in the asia pacific region, where the chinese military is building up its presence. nhk world's mark ho has more. >> reporter: the u.s. government invited the media and local citizens aboard "uss john c. stennis" on wednesday. the aircraft carrier has been docked at singapore since monday. the ship is on its way back to the west coast of the u.s. following a five-month mission in the middle east. the attendees were allowed onto the deck of the 330-meter-long ship. there, they were believed on the deployment of f-18 fighter jets, and helicopters which have sonar to detect underwater crafts. navy officials say the carrier will conduct landing practice of aircraft, and they will maintain contacts with military officials in asia pacific region. >> it is a great pleasure -- >> reporter: u.s. president barack obama met with the singaporean prime minister in washington on tuesday. singapore has agreed to a u.s. plan to deploy cutting-edge combat ships to the country
the u.s. to enhance its influence in the asia pacific region, where the chinese military is building up its presence. nhk world's mark ho has more. >> reporter: the u.s. government invited the media and local citizens aboard "uss john c. stennis" on wednesday. the aircraft carrier has been docked at singapore since monday. the ship is on its way back to the west coast of the u.s. following a five-month mission in the middle east. the attendees were allowed onto the deck of the...
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the devices have been used in terrorist attacks in the u.s., afghanistan and elsewhere. investigators also recovered black nylon fibers at the scene. they suspect the bomber or the bombers may have carried the explosives in a bag made of that material. authorities are asking the public for any information on suspicious individuals. they're aenalyzing security vido and records of phone conversations that took place shortly before and after the explosions. as the investigation continues, families of the victims are speaking about their loss. 29-year-old crystal campbell was a manager at a restaurant in boston. >> we are heartbroken at the death of our daughter. she was always smiling and friendly. you couldn't ask for a better daughter. i can't believe this is happening. >> martin richard was 8 years old. he and his family were watching the runners finish. a third victim is believed to be a student from china. that person's name has not been released at the family's request. >>> chinese war ships patrolled waters near the disputed islands in the east china sea on wednesday
the devices have been used in terrorist attacks in the u.s., afghanistan and elsewhere. investigators also recovered black nylon fibers at the scene. they suspect the bomber or the bombers may have carried the explosives in a bag made of that material. authorities are asking the public for any information on suspicious individuals. they're aenalyzing security vido and records of phone conversations that took place shortly before and after the explosions. as the investigation continues, families...
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some say the taliban can take over on the back of u.s. sentiment. for nhk world. >> next we have a report from mayanmar's capital, a city that remains shrouded in mystery. in 2005, the military government suddenly announced it was moving the capital to a city 300 kilometers north. since then the media has had little access to the country's center of power. but that is changing now as the government tries to persuade the world that it is moving towards democracy. >> reporter: an expressway connects this city and the capital city. we have entered the city. buildings rise in the middle of lush greens. there are brand new residential areas. >> it is a first assembly in a half century because the nation has long been under military rule. some members of the parliament have traditional attire. they are ethnic minorities. uniforms dominate the house. out of 440 seats, 25% are allocated to active members of the military. the rest are occupied by people from the 2010 election. nearly 80% of them belong to the ruling party. they are lead by senior membes.s it
some say the taliban can take over on the back of u.s. sentiment. for nhk world. >> next we have a report from mayanmar's capital, a city that remains shrouded in mystery. in 2005, the military government suddenly announced it was moving the capital to a city 300 kilometers north. since then the media has had little access to the country's center of power. but that is changing now as the government tries to persuade the world that it is moving towards democracy. >> reporter: an...